Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Embraced across industries, Agile frameworks offer a flexible approach for delivering complex products. At the heart of successful Agile implementation lies a delicate equilibrium between autonomy and guidance - a balance that Agile leaders must master. This article explores the art of Agile leadership, delving into the challenges of finding the right equilibrium between allowing teams to self-organize and providing enough guidance and structure for seamless Agile execution.

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TechEmpower - Project Management

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

We recently completed a web-based application that uses a unique algorithm to match professionals with new career opportunities. As part of the onboarding process, the app asks both job seekers and employers what they’re looking for - in a text box - while providing a few suggestions in a pop-up. If you’ve ever used a similar application, (or if you’ve ever used the Internet at all) you’ve probably seen this approach before.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

TL; DR: Overcoming Common Product Backlog Management Traps w/ David Pereira How teams manage their Product Backlog often makes or breaks their value creation chances. Poor backlog management leads to a feature factory trap, while a mindful strategy enables the team to drive value steadily. During the 54th Hands-on Agile meetup, David Pereira shared tried and tested practices to avoid the feature factory fate. ?

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MPUG

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In the data business, backup and redundancy is paramount. And there is a saying: ‘If you only have one copy, you have no copies.’ My approach to Project Management has a similar philosophy: ‘If you only have one tool, you have no tools.’ I like a big selection of tools to call upon for any Project Management job I may want to take on.

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Understanding digital debt is crucial before digital transformation. Assemble a team to assess internal operations, market pressures, and digital debt's impact. Define future digital vision with measurable goals. Refine hypotheses and conduct market analysis. Develop a roadmap for transformation with defined projects, cost estimates, and governance.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

What is the deep meaning of Discipline? Discipline is the prequel to success. Nothing happens without it. Period. If you want to be a successful Scrum Practitioner, you need to invest a lot in yourself to build a new identity and Professional Attitude. Then every single Scrum Team wishes to have you as a member. Discipline has three parts: Awareness Self-control Action Part 1 (Awareness): you know what you need to do to move you toward your goals.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Building on our Top 5 Ways to do Professional Scrum with JIRA video, Professional Scrum Trainer Matt Dominici from Impact Agility shows you how to set up your Jira workflow so that closing a ticket will also update and set it's Resolution field. It sounds crazy, but without doing this, various reports and queries will break or provide less than transparent results.

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The Strategic Project Manager

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

This post provides an overview of the McKinsey Digital Quotient Framework. It then unpacks the components and sub-components of the framework, and identifies impacts of the framework to both strategy and project management. Finally, it identifies implications for an organization’s future. What Is the McKinsey Digital Quotient Framework? The following 1-minute video from McKinsey & Co summarizes what the Digital Quotient Framework is: The McKinsey Digital Quotient (DQ) Framework is a to

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Teamweek

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

On the surface, Clockify and Toggl Track are similar apps with time tracking and analytics tools that help you understand how you spend time. But after testing and comparing them side-by-side, you’ll see they’re ideal for completely different users. Clockify is a good choice for freelancers, agencies, and companies looking for more oversight of their employees’ activities.

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Scrum.org

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

We all have a lot of meetings to attend. Some are useful and some are a complete waste of time. With that in mind, are all the Scrum Events (aka ‘Ceremonies’) mandatory? Can some of them be skipped? In this Responsive Advisors Scrum Lightning Round, we have some ideas to share about the consequences of skipping Scrum events.

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Speaker: Ketan Jahagirdar - Sopheon’s Director of Product Management

Empower yourself as a project manager with insights that directly influence the financial landscape and strategic direction of your organization! Join us for a deep dive into the world of financial strategy, as we dissect key metrics that drive CFOs and business leaders’ investment decisions. This session will equip you with the necessary tools to craft compelling business cases as well as a comprehensive understanding of the crucial distinction between capital expenditure and operational expend

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Productivity Land

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In the dynamic world of digital advertising , the insertion order (IO) stands as a cornerstone, facilitating a structured and mutually beneficial relationship between publishers and advertisers. But what is an insertion order ? In a nutshell, these documents not only serve as binding agreements between publishers and advertisers but also ensure that ad campaigns are executed smoothly and efficiently.

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Bridge the Gap Consulting

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

It’s well known that effective communication is one of the most critical skills to project management success. Project managers spend the majority of their time communicating. As they advance in their careers, PMs will find themselves communicating with a special kind of stakeholder; the executive! Let me tell you how NOT to communicate with an exec using an experience I had as an example.

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GanttPRO Project Management

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Teams worldwide identify a critical path in their projects to ensure timely project completion and schedule adherence. They use the critical path method (CPM) in various industries. However, a thorough […] The post Critical Path vs. Critical Chain: In-Depth Comparison of Scheduling Methods first appeared on GanttPRO Project Management Blog.

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Admation

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In the intricate world of marketing operations, having a magnified view of your processes isn't just beneficial – it's essential. It goes beyond just managing creative projects, it's about fine-tuning the mechanisms that navigate towards successful project completions. Bearing this beacon of enhanced efficiency and clarity, we are proud to unveil the newest feature in Admation's Toolbox – Dashboard Charts.

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This large intercity transportation company for people and freight employs 100+ IT employees and contractors across North America and Europe and spends $10MM annually for approximately 50 inflight projects. The company needed the right financial tools to budget for innovation initiatives and real-time information on spending and forecasting. This transportation company turned to Acclaim Projects by Sopheon to help deliver projects on time and within budget.

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ActiveCollab

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Gold plating in project management refers to adding unnecessary features or functionalities to a project beyond its original requirements. It is often done with good intentions, such as exceeding customer expectations or ensuring a high-quality end product. However, gold plating can have negative consequences, including increased costs, extended timelines, and decreased project efficiency.

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Sitetracker

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Sitetracker's Michael Morrissey explores how combining of GIS mapping and deployment operations management solutions enables collaboration. The post GIS Mapping Plus Deployments Operations Management Equals Profitable, Faster Fibre Deployments appeared first on Sitetracker.

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Tactical Project Management

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

As a business student, you’ll want to know what roles are open to you in the world of work. Fortunately, this is a course of study where there are lots of different options available after you graduate. From upskilling to become a lawyer, to working in human resources or executive management, this degree gives you […] The post How a business degree can help you access project management roles appeared first on Tactical Project Management.

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